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The Silent Crisis: How Climate Change is Reshaping the Himalayas

The Himalayas, the majestic crown of the Earth, have stood tall for millions of years, shaping the lives of people and ecosystems across Asia. These mountains are not just a

Sustainable Tourism in the Himalayas: Balancing Economy & Ecology

Himalayan Geographic Research Foundation (HGRF) March 2025 Abstract The Himalayas attract millions of tourists annually, generating revenue for local economies. However, unregulated mass tourism has led to waste accumulation, deforestation,

Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem: A Delicate Balance Between Progress and Preservation

The Himalayas, often called the “Roof of the World,” are more than just a breathtaking natural wonder — they are an ecological lifeline for nearly two billion people across Asia.

Kumaon Himalayas Bracing for Dangerous Temperature Surge by 2030: A Call for Urgent Action.

The majestic Kumaon Himalayas, renowned for their snow-capped peaks and verdant valleys, are confronting a pressing environmental challenge: a significant rise in land surface temperatures (LST) by 2030. This escalation

Preserving the Shivalik Elephant Reserve: When Progress Must Bow to Nature

The proposed widening of the Bhaniyawala-Rishikesh road has ignited intense debate after authorities approved the felling of over 3,300 trees within the ecologically rich Shivalik Elephant Reserve. While the project

Himalayan Biodiversity Under Threat: Conservation Strategies

Himalayan Geographic Research Foundation (HGRF) March 2025 Abstract The Himalayas, one of the world’s most biodiverse regions, are home to thousands of endemic species, including the snow leopard, red panda,

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Himalayan Crisis Deepens: Scientists Warn of Glacier Meltdown and Rising Flood Risks

Himachal Pradesh is witnessing an alarming environmental shift that could reshape its future. Unseasonal flooding in the Beas River has sparked grave concerns among environmentalists and scientists, who warn that

Early Blooming of Buransh in Uttarakhand Signals Climate Change Alarm

The iconic Buransh (Rhododendron arboreum), Uttarakhand’s state flower, has begun blooming unusually early this year, raising concerns among environmentalists and scientists about the impact of climate change in the Himalayan

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The Melting Himalayas: Assessing Climate Change’s Impact on Glaciers & Water Security

Himalayan Geographic Research Foundation (HGRF) March 2025 Abstract The Himalayas, often referred to as the “Third Pole,” hold the largest ice reserves outside the Arctic and Antarctic. However, climate change

The Dying Himalayas

For centuries, the Himalayas have stood as the Earth’s crown, an unyielding fortress of ice and rock that has shaped civilizations, inspired legends, and nurtured life. Stretching across five nations—India,

Seismic Risks in the Himalayas: Preparing for the Next Big Earthquake

Himalayan Geographic Research Foundation (HGRF) February 2025 Abstract The Himalayas are one of the most seismically active regions on Earth, with a history of devastating earthquakes. The region sits on

Sonam Wangchuk Urges PM Modi to Set Up Commission for Himalayan Glaciers’ Preservation

Renowned climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk has made an urgent appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling for the establishment of a dedicated commission to assess and safeguard the